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Business Development Manager – Emerging Markets

Location

International

Salary

$150,000

Contract Type

Permanent

Posted Date

2017-12-19 00:00

A leading international law firm is currently recruiting a Business Development Manager to join their New York office to support the implementation of the firms’ Latin America strategy. This is a dynamic role whereby the role holder will be working closely with 3 partners and be responsible for winning new business, client relationship management, events and the development & execution of strategic campaigns to target work streams in Latin America alongside partners. Fluency in verbal and written Spanish and English is a must.

The Responsibilities:

Work with partners to provide strategic advice in preparing business plans as part of the Latin America strategy

Assist partners with proposals

Provide support to partners on their management of key regional clients

Provide support for the preparation and delivery of action plans for key clients within the Latin America region

In line with market trends identify innovative ideas for business development events

Work with the marketing and communications team to assist partners in relationships with local press

Provide market information and analysis of financials to identify trends and opportunities

Maintain strong and current knowledge of issues impacting the region including building and leveraging relationships with relevant local bodies

Maintain the Latin America page of the firm’s website and intranet

Coordinate and support the production of pitches, statements, production brochures and presentations in both English and Spanish

Coordinate the Latin America legal directories

The Candidate:

Previous BD experience at management level working closely with partners

Proven experience providing strategic advice in preparing business plans within the legal sector

Degree or equivalent education

Dual language skills required – written and verbal English and Spanish

A keen interest and understanding of the Latin America market

A background in energy, infrastructure or finance is desired

A keen interest and understanding of the Latin America market

Please note: Due to the specific sectors we work in, only candidates with valid work experience in a Law Firm, Accountancy Firm, Management Consultancy, Property/Construction Firm, Financial Services Firm or a high profile relevant Association or Agency will be considered. We regret that our clients will not accept applications outside of these areas.

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